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CARES. HEALS. EMPOWERS.
To break the cycle of domestic abuse by healing and empowering women
and their children, enabling them to live new, safe and productive lives.
Safe
Passage/Women Crowned In Glory
501(c)3
P.O. Box 40034
Studio City, Ca. 91614
(818) 232-7476
Hotline for after hours: 1-800-799-SAFE
As I stood there in desperation...
Safe Passage Gave Me Hope
What We Do
and Inspiration
Safe Passage takes a holistic approach to healing bodies, souls and minds. We
empower women by repairing the damage caused by domestic abuse, so that the
violent cycle can finally stop. Our clients are transformed emotionally and physically
with help from our unique team of doctors, life coaches, and counselors.
SIX MONTHS: That’s how long it takes on average for women and children to transform their lives, gain
independence, employment and housing.
95% SUCCESS RATE: We mentor each client through the transformational process to ensure a successful
outcome. Extensive counseling and career training prepare our women for stable employment and to
maintain their own safe residence, fully furnished by generous donors. We are proud to report that many of
the women who complete our program not only break the cycle of domestic violence but become role
models for new clients, sharing their life stories and inspiring others.
BEAUTY, CONFIDENCE, & SURGERY: Our team of specialists includes doctors, plastic surgeons,
dentists, career counselors, life coaches, image makeover experts, and more. We truly transform our
patients from the inside out. We have provided tooth restoration, rhinoplasty, facial reconstruction and
other cosmetic procedures. Each woman has her own specific needs and we are dedicated to doing
everything we can to restore inner and outer beauty and self-esteem.
1700 WOMEN & THEIR CHILDREN: That’s how many lives we’ve transformed in the past 16 years. We
don’t take on the high number of clients that some other organizations take, because each person requires
an intense collaborative six month effort. Our clients do not fall through the cracks.President Obama,
Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, City Controller Ron Galperin and Wendy Greuel, and Council Members Denise
Zine and Tony Cardenas, and LA City Sheriff Jim McDonnell have all recognized Safe Passage for
outstanding citizenship.
CHILDREN OF SAFE PASSAGE: Domestic violence is a family issue and the children of Safe Passage
clients are cherished and nurtured. Safe Passage provides counseling, group therapy, educational help,
tutors, and a safe, loving environment to help our little ones throughout the healing process. Through our
extensive children’s program we have seen countless success stories of children growing up to be healthy
young adults and move onto safe and healthy lives.
PO Box 40034, Studio City, CA 91614 T 818-232-7476, H 800-799-SAFE, www.SafePassageHeals.org
Who We Are
Trish Steele
Founder
Former make-up artist, model,
Winner of Ms. California
Pageant, Cable Talk Show Host,
Author, and Domestic Abuse
Survivor. Trish Steele has turned
her survival story into 23 years of
helping other women.
Linda Dolson
Recognized and awarded by
various groups including:
Southern California Motion
Picture Council, Beautiful People
Awards, LA Family Housing,
Celebrity Society Magazine,
Amazing Woman’s Advocacy,
and many politicians including
President Barack Obama.
Program Director &
Naturopathic Practitioner
Former president of Safe Passage,
and in her fifth year as program
director and counselor. Ms.
Dolson helps women heal the
emotional scars of abuse, and
addresses nutritional deficiencies.
A graduate of California College of
Natural Medicine, she’s certified as
a Traditional Naturopathic
Practitioner. Linda is also certified
in Homeopathy as a Holistic Health
Practitioner and Neuro-physical
Reprogramming Specialist.
Executive Board of Directors:
Trish Steele - Founder & CEO
Sophie Turner - President & Law Degree with Master at law
Mike Bernstein - Treasurer & Founder of Bernstein Financials
Janet Cano - Secretary & Farmer's Insurance Agent
Luisa Diaz - Founder & Producer of Mi Amor Gala
Linda Dolson – Program Director of Safe Passage & Naturopathic Practitioner
Angelika H. von Melander - Ambassador of Peace
Jeannie Jones - Image Consultant
Susan Sengezer – Author, ER Nurse, Domestic & Sexual Assault Advocate
Jim Steele – Minister of True Life Kingdom
Anna Stein – District Manager of ADP
PO
Studio
City, CA
91614
818-232-7476,
H 800-799-SAFE,
www.SafePassageLives.org
POBox
Box40034,
40034,
Studio
City,
CA T91614
T 818-232-7476,
H 800-799-SAFE,
www.SafePassageHeals.org
Heather Wells – Retired Business Woman & Mentor to Abused Women
Sterling Williams – Web & Graphic Designer | The Web Stylist™
Stepping Stones to a New Life
• Counseling Weekly • Health Assessment and Nutrition Classes
• Physicals and Dental Checkups
• Reconstructive Facial Surgery & Other (Assessed Per Client)
• Self Defense Classes taught by Tony Campo
• Structure Personal & Organizational Goals
• Computer Training. Job Search Assistance. Resume Writing.
• Financial Workshop: Basic Finance. How to Handle Your Money.
• Interviewing Skills: How to Make a Good First Impression. Public Speaking.
• Beauty: Make-up Work Shop. Skin Care Products & Supplies Provided.
• Empowerment Training: “Beauty From the Inside Out” by Founder Trish Steele
• Housing Assistance: Donation of Supplies, Furniture, and Interior Decorating Services.
• Children: Counseling. Scholastic Mentors. Activities. Clothing. Toys.
• Transportation Expenses Provided
• Emergency Housing: Referral to safe shelter as needed
CLICK HERE
to watch Safe Passage in Action.
PO Box 40034, Studio City, CA 91614 T 818-232-7476, H 800-799-SAFE, www.SafePassageHeals.org
Media
Safe Passage Founder Trish Steele has appeared on many television shows talking about her
organization and efforts to break the cycle of Domestic Violence.
Click for samples: CBS, Fox, PSA , The Doctors
Safe Passage Fundraising Events are held annually, raising a majority of the money needed for the
organization. The high profile events in Beverly Hills & Downtown LA have attracted support from
politicians and celebrities including Mayor Garcetti, Sheriff Jim McDonnell, Christina Aguilera, Jessica
Simpson, Roma Downey, Taylor Armstrong, Kelly LeBrock (Woman in Red), Lindsay Wagner (Bionic
Woman), Smokey Robinson (Past Advisory Board Member), LA City Controller Ron Galperin and
Wendy Greuel, Weston Cage (Nicolas Cage’s son) and many more. It costs $10,000 minimum for
each life make-over and transformation.
PO Box 40034, Studio City, CA 91614 T 818-232-7476, H 800-799-SAFE, www.SafePassageHeals.org
Sophie Turner
National Spokesperson for Safe Passage
Sophie Turner began her career as the star of Search for a Supermodel,
the Australian reality TV series surrounding the famed Ford Models
Supermodel of the World competition. Sophie set fire to Australian
television sets, and was quickly signed to Ford Models in the USA. Turner
has since graced the pages of the most popular fashion magazines and has appeared on
international runways for the world’s top designers.
In 2010, Ms. Turner was dubbed the 2nd top Google search in the world, appearing regularly
on Sports Illustrated, FHM and Maxim’s coveted sites. But there is more to Sophie than meets
the eye. Boasting beauty and brains, Turner earned a law degree while meeting the demands
of her busy modeling career. She later earned a Master of Laws, specializing in Entertainment
Law, at UCLA. Of all of her great accomplishments, her proudest achievement is her
daughter, Angelica.
As a survivor of abuse, Turner now serves as a voice for victims of domestic violence in her
role as the national spokesperson for Safe Passage, a Los Angeles non-profit that transforms
the lives of women and their children by helping them to break the cycle of domestic violence.
Because of the presence of warmth and healing of Trish Steele and the Safe Passage
organization, Sophie felt the strength to give her first public testimony of my personal
domestic abuse journey at the Safe Passage Press Conference in October 1, 2015. She is a
passionate representative of women and their children, and wishes to devote her skills and
legal background to making a great difference within this cause.
“I am truly honored to be a voice for Safe Passage, and lend my help and heart to all the
women and children Safe Passage supports. Domestic violence is a devastating pandemic in
Los Angeles and throughout the nation, and it is my mission to do all that it takes to see this
come to an end. Safe Passage not only transforms lives, but touches families and
communities, and I am grateful to be a part of such a great cause.”
Contact Us
Founder Trish Steele can be reached at
[email protected]
818-232-7476
PO Box 40034, Studio City, CA 91614 T 818-232-7476, H 800-799-SAFE, www.SafePassageHeals.org